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Legal Appellate Attny IV
2 months ago
Legal Appellate Attorney IV -- This position represents the Department of Family and Protective Services in original proceedings and appeals before the fourteen Courts of Appeals and the Texas Supreme Court. Performs complex research, extensive legal writing, and oral argument before the Courts in matters related to child protection cases, including parental termination cases. Provides highly sophisticated expertise, guidance, advice, and instruction in family law, civil litigation, appellate law, and agency policy. The position routinely counsels and advises on trial and appellate issues to DFPS Office of General Counsel; Regional legal staff; State Office program and field operations staff; County and District Attorneys, and judges, appellate court justices. This position interacts routinely with private and pro bono attorneys, community professionals and expert witnesses; community advocacy groups, inter-agency coordination groups, protective services clients and the general public. Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a reqular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Researches, drafts, files, and argues appellate briefs in all Texas Courts of Appeal and Texas Supreme Court.(70%) Provides legal advice to DFPS Office of the General Counsel on an as needed basis.(5%) Provide consultation on trial issues for CPS and APS matters to county and district attorneys, DFPS attorneys, and program staff.(15%) Researches, analyzes, drafts, and presents case law updates for CLE instruction to DFPS legal staff and outside legal community.(10%) Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of trial and appellate procedure. Knowledge of case law relating to family law, probate and guardianship law, Child Protective Services matters, and Adult Protective Services matters. Ability to synthesize law, administrative rules, agency policies and goals to appropriately advise client agency. Ability to convey complex legal issues clearly in writing and oral presentations.
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Legal Appellate Attny IV
5 days ago
Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full timeJob Description: Legal Appellate Attorney IV This position represents the Department of Family and Protective Services in original proceedings and appeals before the fourteen Courts of Appeals and the Texas Supreme Court. Performs complex research, extensive legal writing, and oral argument before the Courts in matters related to child protection cases,...
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Legal Appellate Attny Iv
2 weeks ago
Austin, United States Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Full timeLegal Appellate Attorney IV - This position represents the Department of Family and Protective Services in original proceedings and appeals before the fourteen Courts of Appeals and the Texas Supreme Court. Performs complex research, extensive legal writing, and oral argument before the Courts in matters related to child protection cases, including parental...
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Legal CPS Regional Attny III
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Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full timeJob Description: Legal CPS Regional Attny III The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected — children, elderly, and people with disabilities — from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12, workers who live up to the agency's Mission,...
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Appellate Attorney
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Austin, United States Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Full timeLocationLINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP in Austin, TX 78746Full job descriptionLinebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP – a diverse leader known for its innovative national collection practice is seeking an outgoing, passionate appellate attorney to become a part of our Austin team. Our firm's culture is built on collaboration and mentorship. Receive...
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Appellate Attorney
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Full timeLocationLINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP in Austin, TX 78746Full job descriptionLinebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP – a diverse leader known for its innovative national collection practice is seeking an outgoing, passionate appellate attorney to become a part of our Austin team. Our firm's culture is built on collaboration and mentorship. Receive...
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Appellate Attorney
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Full timeLocationLINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP in Austin, TX 78746Full job descriptionLinebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP – a diverse leader known for its innovative national collection practice is seeking an outgoing, passionate appellate attorney to become a part of our Austin team. Our firm's culture is built on collaboration and mentorship. Receive...
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Appellate Attorney
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Full timeLocationLINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP in Austin, TX 78746Full job descriptionLinebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP – a diverse leader known for its innovative national collection practice is seeking an outgoing, passionate appellate attorney to become a part of our Austin team. Our firm's culture is built on collaboration and mentorship. Receive...
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Attorney V
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Austin, United States Travis County (TX) Full timeJob Summary Practices civil or criminal law for Texas County or District government. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the seventh in a series of seven attorney-related job classifications within the Attorneys job family. This classification handles cases and matters that are the most complex and that may result in the most severe consequences...
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Attorney V
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Travis County (TX) Full timeJob Summary Practices civil or criminal law for Texas County or District government. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the seventh in a series of seven attorney-related job classifications within the Attorneys job family. This classification handles cases and matters that are the most complex and that may result in the most severe consequences...
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Appellate Assistant Division Director
2 months ago
Austin, United States Travis County (TX) Full timeJob Summary Travis County's County Attorney department is seeking to fill the Appellate Assistant Division Director position with an authentic and dynamic leader. Directs the operation of one of the divisions of the County or District Attorney's Office. Manages all daily activities involving personnel, case handling and resources. Develops and implements...
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Civil Litigation Appellate Attorney
1 month ago
Austin, United States Strategic Recruitment Solutions Full timeWe are seeking a Civil Litigation/Insurance Defense Attorney to handle Research and Writing Coverage for a great Insurance Defense/Civil Litigation Firm in Austin- this position is FULLY REMOTE! You will specialize in complex litigation, research & writing. Preference is given to attorneys with 15+ years of experience with research, writing, coverage,...
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Civil Litigation Appellate Attorney
4 weeks ago
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Legal CPS Policy Attny III
5 days ago
Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full timeJob Title: Attorney III at General Counsel's Office Join our team as an Attorney III working with the Policy and Program Support team at the General Counsel's Office. In this role, you will provide essential legal support to the Child Protective Services program and various divisions within the Department of Family and Protective...
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Legal CPS Policy Attny III
2 months ago
Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full timeJob Description: This is an attorney III position for the Policy and Program Support team in the General Counsel’s Office. The attorney will act primarily in an advisory capacity, providing legal support to the Child Protective Services program as well as the other programs and divisions of the Department of Family and Protective Services. The...
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Legal CPS Policy Attny III
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full timeJob Description: This is an attorney III position for the Policy and Program Support team in the General Counsel’s Office. The attorney will act primarily in an advisory capacity, providing legal support to the Child Protective Services program as well as the other programs and divisions of the Department of Family and Protective Services. The...
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Puc, Legal Secretary
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS Full time**PUC, Legal Secretary (Legal Secretary III - IV)** **(**00042157**)** **Organization**: PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS **Primary Location**: Texas-Austin **Work Locations**: Public Utility Commission of T 1701 N Congress Ave Austin 78701 **Job**: Office and Administrative Support **Employee Status**: Regular **Schedule**: Full-time **Standard...
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Austin, Texas, United States CAPPS, Inc. Full timeJob Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION This Assistant Attorney General position is in the Environmental Protection Division (EPD). The Environmental Protection Division prosecutes environmental violations; prosecutes and defends cases involving the States natural resources; and defends public utility and environmental orders issued by Texas administrative...
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Austin, Texas, United States The Ladders Full timeJob Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION Come join an exciting and vital team helping provide the roads, bridges, tunnels, and other infrastructure for the fastest-growing state: Texas As Texas grows so does its need for transportation infrastructure. To assist the Texas Department of Transportation in implementing its transportation projects, the Transportation...
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Administrative Asst Iii
7 days ago
Austin, United States Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Full timeAdministrative Asst III - The purpose of the position is to perform legal assistant and administrative support of the TDFPS Appellate Unit. The Administrative Assistant III performs complex legal, secretarial, and administrative support work for seven attorneys who represent the Department in appeals and original proceedings before the fourteen Courts of...
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Legal Secretary I or Ii
7 days ago
Austin, United States City of Austin Full timePosition Information **Posting Title** - Legal Secretary I or II**Job Requisition Number** - COA091953**Position Number** - 105512**Job Type** - Full-Time**Division Name** - City Attorney**Minimum Qualifications** **_Legal Secretary I:_** **Education and/or Equivalent Experience**: - Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent and one (1)...